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Low Calorie Egg Snack: Steamed Egg Custard Cup Recipe

Name: Low Calorie Egg Snack: Steamed Egg Custard Cup Recipe
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 90 g
Ingredients: eggs 4 pieces; low-sodium chicken broth 1.25 cups; scallion 2 slices; shiitake mushroom 2 slices; soy sauce 1 tsp; salt 0.25 tsp; white pepper 0.12 tsp

Silky Japanese-style steamed egg custard in a small cup. Delicate, soothing, and so low in calories it barely counts — but it still satisfies.

Cook 25 min Difficulty NORMAL 72 kcal

#vegetarian #diabetic friendly #bariatric friendly #low carb

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Ingredients

Main ingredients

eggs 4 pieces
low-sodium chicken broth 1.25 cups
scallion 2 slices
shiitake mushroom 2 slices

Seasonings/Sauce

soy sauce 1 tsp
salt 0.25 tsp
white pepper 0.12 tsp

Nutrition summary

Carbohydrates 3 g 16%

Protein 7 g 39%

Fat 3 g 45%

Serving size 90g

Cooking steps

1

Whisk eggs gently until yolks and whites are fully blended, taking care not to create bubbles.
2

Combine eggs with low-sodium chicken broth, soy sauce, salt, and white pepper. Stir lightly until smooth and well mixed.
3

Strain the egg mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a pouring cup for an ultra-silky texture.
4

Divide the mixture evenly among 4 small heatproof cups. Place a slice of scallion and a slice of shiitake mushroom on top of each.
5

Arrange cups in a steamer, cover with lids or foil, and steam over barely simmering water (medium-low heat) for 12–15 minutes, until just set but still jiggy. Remove from heat gently and serve warm.

Personalized Q&A

Q. What's the key ingredient in this Steamed Egg Custard Cup recipe?

Eggs are the star of this dish, providing both the custard's silky texture and nourishing protein content. The combination with low-sodium chicken broth is what sets the delicate Japanese-style flavor profile.

Q. How should I control the heat during steaming to get the perfect custard texture?

Maintaining medium-low heat is crucial. The water should barely simmer, not boil, to ensure that the custard cooks gently and evenly; overheating leads to bubbles or tough texture. Covering the cups and checking at 12–15 minutes helps prevent overcooking.

Q. How do I avoid curdled or overcooked custard?

For the smoothest custard, mix the eggs without whipping air into them, strain the mixture, and steam gently. If your custard comes out tough or with holes, lower the heat and check for doneness earlier next time. It should still jiggle in the center when done.

Q. What is the nutrition breakdown per serving for this recipe?

Each 90g serving contains about 72 kcal, with 3g carbohydrate (16%), 7g protein (39%), and 3g fat (45%)—making it low-calorie, high-protein, and low-carb.

Low Calorie Egg Snack: Steamed Egg Custard Cup Recipe

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